The Mythic Goldfish is back in Fortnite, and it remains one of the most absurd items Epic Games has ever put in the loot pool. A throwable fish that one-shots players through builds and Zero Build alike, with a spawn rate so low it borders on mythological. That 0.00009% chance hasn't stopped players from chasing it every match, and with Chapter 7 Season 2 bringing it back into the rotation, knowing exactly how to hunt for it matters more than ever.
Where does the Mythic Goldfish spawn in Fortnite?
The Mythic Goldfish only spawns through fishing. It does not appear in chests, floor loot, Supply Drops, or Vending Machines. The spawn rate sits at 0.00009%, which means you can fish for an entire session and never see it. That's not a bug. That's the point.
You can technically catch it from any body of water on the map, but your odds improve significantly at fishing holes (the rippling circles you see on the water surface). The best upgrade to those odds comes from the Golden Fishing Spots added during Fortnite Showdown Rivalries Act 2. Prioritize those whenever you spot them.
The Mythic Goldfish first appeared in Chapter 2 Season 1, then was vaulted during Chapter 3 Season 1. It returned with Chapter 7 Season 2's Showdown update.
Best fishing holes to search
What fishing gear gives you the best chance?
The rod you carry makes a real difference. A standard Fishing Rod works, but it gives you the baseline odds. Here's how the gear stacks up based on available source information:
The Pro Fishing Rod is worth hunting down before you commit to a fishing session. You can grab one from fishing barrels scattered around the map, or purchase it directly from Squibbly NPCs in Chapter 7 Season 2. Check our Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 2 boss locations and mythic rewards guide if you need help navigating NPC locations across the map.
The Bouncing Boomstick trick is genuinely useful. Throwing it at a fishing hole searches it instantly, and the splash radius can hit multiple holes at once. This saves time in the early game when you want to burn through as many holes as possible before the storm forces you to move.
Buy a Pro Fishing Rod from a Squibbly NPC early in the match rather than hoping to find one in a barrel. It removes one variable from an already low-probability hunt.
How to use the Mythic Goldfish once you have it
The Mythic Goldfish functions like a grenade, but with one key difference: it doesn't disappear after you throw it. You can pick it back up after every throw, giving you effectively infinite uses as long as you retrieve it.
Here's the throw sequence:
- Hold the aim button (L2/LT on controller, right-click on PC) to line up your trajectory
- Release by pressing the fire button (R2/RT on controller, left-click on PC)
- After the throw, move to retrieve the Goldfish for your next use
A direct hit deals 250 damage to players, which is a one-shot kill against any opponent regardless of shields. It also deals 250 structure damage, meaning wooden boxes and builds offer zero protection against it. Players camping behind cover are just as exposed as players in the open.
The main risk is a miss. If the Goldfish lands somewhere your opponent can reach before you do, they can pick it up and use it against you. Don't throw it into contested space unless you're confident in the hit.
Mythic Goldfish throw arc view
Missing a throw in close-range combat is dangerous. The enemy can grab the Goldfish off the ground and immediately return the one-shot threat.
Does the Mythic Goldfish work in Reload mode?
Yes, and Reload changes how you think about finding it. The Mythic Goldfish can still be found through fishing in Reload matches. The mode's condensed map and automatic respawn system (active while at least one teammate is alive) make it a reasonable place to grind for the item without losing your entire run to a single death.
Fishing remains the only confirmed acquisition method in Reload. Supply Drops were mentioned as a potential source in one source, but Beebom's more detailed coverage confirms the Mythic Goldfish does not appear in Supply Drops. Go with fishing as your primary strategy.
If you're spending time near water in Chapter 7 Season 2, you might as well know about the Squibbly Shores Lighthouse Vault nearby, which holds guaranteed Rare and Epic loot and is worth hitting on the same rotation.
Is it actually worth hunting?
Honestly, the Mythic Goldfish is more of a side quest than a core strategy. The 0.00009% spawn rate means you could fish through 50 holes in a single match and still walk away empty. If you're already landing near water for positioning reasons, throw a Pro Fishing Rod in your loadout and run the holes while you're there. Dedicating entire matches to the hunt at the expense of positioning and combat is a fast way to lose.
That said, landing it in a fight is one of the most satisfying moments the game offers. The combination of one-shot potential and infinite reuse makes it a legitimate weapon, not just a novelty. For more loot strategies in Chapter 7 Season 2, the full Fortnite guides collection covers everything from boss mythics to hidden vaults.